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Chief of Staff

On-site in València·Added 10 months ago (last checked 26 Oct)

Agency
Catenon

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On-site, València
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

The role

At Catenon, we collaborate with an international industrial group in full growth, with an ambitious strategy of expansion, diversification and corporate transformation. The company is at a moment of global consolidation, driving initiatives of innovation, efficiency and strengthening of its positioning in international markets.

In this context, the role of Chief of Staff becomes a key piece to support the CEO in the definition and execution of the strategic roadmap, ensuring alignment among the different corporate areas and ensuring agile, integrated and results-oriented management.

The selected person will act as the right hand of the CEO, participating in strategic decisions, leading cross-functional projects and ensuring that the different teams move forward in a cohesive manner towards business objectives. It will be a role with a global and multifunctional vision, combining analytical capacity, cross-functional leadership and a deep understanding of the industrial business.

What you'll do

-Design, coordinate and execute the corporate strategy together with the CEO, with a focus on growth, internationalization, innovation, product expansion and opening of new markets.
-Supervise the commercial and global marketing areas, analyzing sales, margins, pricing, profitability and brand positioning to ensure data-driven decision making.
-Manage and coordinate non-industrial areas -supply chain, strategic procurement, logistics and quality- providing executive vision, order and operational coherence.
-Support the financial management, monitoring KPIs, budgets, forecasts and executive reporting intended for the CEO and the Board.
-Drive organization and talent initiatives together with the HR department, reinforcing culture, structure, processes, internal communication and leadership development.
-Lead strategic projects of the CEO, ensuring their progress, impact and correct execution, acting as the CEO's representative in internal and external meetings when necessary.
-Ensure effective coordination among areas, anticipating risks, unblocking decisions and maintaining a cross-functional vision of the business.

Requirements:

-Technical education in Industrial Engineering or similar; MBA highly valued.
-5 to 7 years of experience in international industrial environments, strategic consulting, business development or corporate areas with a high level of executive exposure.
-Solid knowledge of corporate finance, business analysis and profitability models.
-Previous experience operating in global environments and working with a commercial vision.
-Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI or other analysis tools, and ability to prepare high-impact executive presentations.
-High level of English.

Personal competencies
-High analytical capacity, structured thinking and strategic vision.
-Maturity, discretion and ability to work very closely with the CEO in an environment of trust.
-Curiosity, fast learning and a mindset of continuous growth.
-Natural leadership, ability to influence without formal authority and orientation towards collaboration.
-Both strategic and operational vision: ability to alternate between detail and long term.
-Excellent communication and corporate representation skills.
-Stable, resilient personality with ambition for development within the company.

About Catenon

Catenon is a global executive search and international recruitment firm that combines technology, data, and human insight to identify the best professionals worldwide. With 23 offices across the planet and operations in more than 100 countries, the company specializes in board search, executive search, middle management recruitment, international recruitment, salary benchmarking, and talent projects for industries including construction, engineering, energy, IT, life sciences, and professional services.

Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Catenon operates as a Spanish multinational with a strong presence in the local market, offering roles such as Jefe de Obra, Director General, and Sales Manager across Spain. The company's work culture emphasizes global mobility, with opportunities for expatriation (e.g., COO in Mexico) and multilingual roles (e.g., French Desk in Madrid), making it attractive for international professionals seeking cross-border careers in recruitment and talent management.

Industry
Recruitment

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About the company & team

Family business with international projection, leader in its industrial sector and specialized in high-quality furniture solutions. It stands out for its innovation, modern design and sustainability, combining efficient industrial processes with highly customized products. With global presence and multidisciplinary teams, it is committed to operational excellence, talent development and international growth, offering a dynamic, strategic and results-oriented environment.

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